The Federation of Industries of the State of Rio de Janeiro (Firjan) celebrates the announcement of the new industrial policy, oriented towards the crucial need to regain the industry's prominent position in the Brazilian economy. It applauds the outlined missions, considering them appropriate for the current socio-economic moment.

The acknowledgment that the industry has lost ground in recent decades is a call to action that cannot be ignored. The proposal announced this Monday, the 22nd, by the federal government, aims to reverse this situation and restore the relevance of industrial activity, recognizing it as a key element for the sustainable economic development of the country.

However, while we celebrate this new momentum, it is imperative to look at the recent past, learning from mistakes that could compromise the success of these initiatives. Measures that have a significant impact on the public budget, without translating into tangible economic benefits, should be avoided.

Without fiscal balance, we run the risk of interrupting the current cycle of declining interest rates, a vital element for the development of the industry. It is crucial that the proposed actions not only have a positive impact on industrial activity but are also aligned with fiscal sustainability.

Firjan believes that by adopting a balanced approach, focused on economic effectiveness and fiscal responsibility, the new industrial policy can truly boost this sector, contributing to the resumption of sustainable economic growth in the country and job creation.